Executive Director

APACE (501c4) and APACEvotes (501c3) are looking for an Executive Director who is passionate about social justice and expanding racial, economic and political equity in the democratic process. APACE is poised for the next level of organizational development with an entrepreneurial individual who will develop capacity and new tactics that transform mainstream organizing and expand representation of AAPIs in Washington. If building grassroots power in communities of color ignites you, you should apply!

While Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) are among the fastest growing communities in our state, we do not have access to economic and political power that our numbers would indicate. AAPI communities must be brought into the political process, have access to decision making power, and ultimately champion progressive policies that make our daily lives better. We work to transform our democracy by empowering the diverse AAPI communities through civic engagement and political action. We increase access and participation in civic affairs so that we are well-educated on the issues, informed of the political process and mobilized to participate in our democracy.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed illustrate various types of work that may be performed but are not intended to be a final statement of work.

Programs – 30 %
Provide strategic leadership, planning, execution and evaluation of campaigns, field and data programs
Supervise the recruitment, training and stewarding of volunteers and interns
Ensure all campaign and program activities align with APACE’s racial equity lens
Research and execute organizing strategies to reach diverse AAPI communities

Fundraising – 35%
Develop annual budget and fundraising plan in partnership with the two Boards of Directors
Prospect, cultivate and steward new individual donors, foundations, key stakeholders and funders
Manage existing grants and individual donor portfolios
Support events, research and write grant proposals

The Executive Director will report to APACE (501c4) and APACEvotes (501c3) Boards of Directors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least four years of non-profit or campaign experience
Two years experience of demonstrated success in grant writing/fund development
Prior experience organizing in immigrant, refugee and POC communities
Experience working with political candidates, policymakers and media
Deep knowledge of our communities as demonstrated by experience with legislative processes and public policy impacts on AAPI communities
Highly motivated, entrepreneurial self-starter
Strong commitment to racial equity and social justice
Flexibility to accommodate some evening and weekend work
Access to reliable and flexible transportation and Driver’s License

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant experience or four-year degree in a related field or
Bi-lingual skills in AAPI languages

COMPENSATION
Salary range is between $60,000-$75,000, full time exempt 40 hr/wk. Benefits include medical, dental retirement, and holiday, vacation and sick leave.

TO APPLY
Send a cover letter and resume with three references to Akemi Matsumoto at akemiseattle@gmail.com.

In your cover letter, please answer the following supplemental questions:
How has your personal and professional background prepared you for this position? Please highlight how you meet or exceed the qualifications and skills identified.
What does civic engagement mean to you?
What is your understanding of racial justice and what do you believe the role of AAPIs in advancing this work?
How did you hear about this position?

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews will be conducted as applications arrive. Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.

Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at APACE and APACEvotes, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law. Women and Persons of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Facts About Voting

In 2012, Asian American Pacific Islanders were 7.4% of Washington State’s citizen voting age population (CVAP). From 200-2010, the AAPI CVAP grew by 43% as compared to only a 14% growth rate for the state. 61% of Asian Americans in Washington speak a language other than English at home. This fact creates a barrier to […]

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